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How Many kWh Does a Electric Can Opener Use?
Electric Can Opener energy cost calculator — see your exact daily, monthly, and yearly electricity cost.
Rate — APRIL 2026
⚡ 70W typical
$
US national average. Edit for your local rate.
Daily Energy Use
0.00
kWh / day
Monthly Cost
$0.01
Yearly Cost
$0.10
Electric Can Opener — Cost Breakdown
| Period | kWh Used | Cost ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Per Hour | 0.0700 | $0.0132 |
| Per Day | 0.00 | $0.00 |
| Per Month (30 days) | 0.04 | $0.01 |
| Per Year (365 days) | 0.51 | $0.10 |
⚡ Real-World Comparison
Using an electric can opener daily for a year uses about the same total energy as running a ceiling fan for 1 hour.
3 Ways to Cut Your Electric Can Opener Energy Bill
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Unplug when not in use — the motor and magnets can draw a small standby current.
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Keep the cutting blade and gears clean for smooth operation that reduces motor strain.
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Consider a manual can opener — for the few seconds of use, the energy savings are trivial but the eliminated standby draw isn't.
Startup Surge Information
The small motor draws a brief startup surge of about 140–200W for a fraction of a second before settling.